I spend a lot of time looking at what’s in the pros’ golf bags. Not just what players use, but how often they change it.
When you follow WITB setups over time, one thing stands out: fairway woods tend to climb. Players often keep the same one in their bag for years. Sometimes it’s about the gap. Sometimes it’s faith. Most of the time, this is because the club does its job, and nothing new ultimately makes it better.
When performance continues over time, paying full price for the latest version isn’t always necessary. This is why a used wood often makes a lot of sense.
Here are five used fairway woods that I would seriously consider putting in my bag.
Callaway Epic Speed ​​fairway wood
I have this wood right in my bag and I’m not planning on changing it anytime soon.
In testing MyGolfSpy, Epic speed stood out as a distance focused fairway wood with solid ball speed. This matches my experience. It launches easily, works consistently off the tee and fairway, and doesn’t seem like it needs perfect contact to play.
Newer models may offer subtle changes, but I’ve yet to see a clear performance reason to continue.
Used price now usually starts around 120-125 dollarsdepending on the loft and condition.
Good for: gamers who want speed and outright performance
Why it still makes sense: proven distance without following the latest technology
Wilson DYNAPWR fairway wood
of Dynap is one of the best reminders that brand perception and performance don’t always match.
In the most demanding fairway wood test 2023, Wilson DYNAPWR finished near the top overall and was not competitive in just one category. It provided a balanced mix of distance AND accuracy, exactly what many golfers need from a fairway wood.
It does not rely on extreme shaping or aggressive bias. It only produces repeated shots. This is why it has aged well on the used market.
Good for: players who want durability and value
Why it still makes sense: well-rounded results supported by testing
Callaway Paradym Ai Smoke Triple Diamond fairway wood
This is the most preferred option by the players on the list.
of That Smoke Triple Diamond stood out for distance and accuracy in testing. It’s not designed to mask swing flaws, but when hit well it delivers a strong, penetrating flight.
Used price approx 225 dollars meaning you’ll pay a bit more for it, but still much lower than the starting price.
Good for: faster swingers or golfers who prefer lower spin
Why it still makes sense: elite performance that can stay in the bag for a long time.
PING G430 LST fairway wood
of G430 LST was one of PING’s strongest overall performers in MyGolfSpy testing. It provided a balanced mix of distance, accuracy and forgiveness without leaning too far into the bias or draw corrections.
Used price approx 249 dollars is still relatively high, but this is a common theme with PING clubs in the aftermarket, especially models that test well and hold up in bags.
Good for: golfers who want strong all-around performance with lower spin
Why it still makes sense: a durable, predictable wood that works across the board and doesn’t need to be replaced quickly
COBRA LTDx fairway wood
of LTDx finished fourth overall in MyGolfSpy’s 2023 wood testing, standing out as one of the strongest performers across the board in that cycle. It delivered competitive distance while maintaining solid accuracy and forgiveness.
What makes the LTDx particularly attractive right now is the value. Commonly used pricing starts at around 110 dollarsa significant drop from its original retail price, making it one of the best performance-per-dollar options in that test group.
Good for: golfers who want solid overall performance without paying a premium
Why it still makes sense: 2023 high-end test results at a much lower entry point into the used market
The final take
When a model performs well in testing and sits in bags for years, buying it used doesn’t seem like a compromise. It feels logical. Here’s a look at the best fairway woods of 2025 in case you want to find any used: Best Fairway Woods 2025.
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